Aimee Hrebics' Testimonial

The wedding bells are tolling for Aimee Hrebic. She and her fiancé, Dan, are to be married in July 2001. The planning for the big day took its course, as it usually does, from one boutique to another, in hopes of finding the perfect gown. Aimee came across a stunningly simple yet elegant strapless number, and although it was everything she had dreamed of, she couldn't overlook the way her arms and shoulders seemed to take-over the almost perfect image. It was then that she decided she would do whatever it took to be in the best possible shape of her life for her upcoming wedding. She had slowly been gaining unwanted weight for some time, and vowed to put an end to it, once and for all. She also desired to build muscle, in hopes of toning and defining her upper and lower body.

Aimee came to hear of Gloria via a referral. She was a bit skeptic, nonetheless. Up until now, she had tried every quick fix remedy and program imaginable, including: Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, herbal supplements, a number of gyms, and just about every bun tightening, ab-revolution, 5-minute shape-you-up and strip-your-pocketbook video on the market. She would see results for a few months, but as time passed, the weight returned. Aimee contacted Gloria and they set up an hour to meet and discuss Aimee's goals and projections. An hour quickly turned into two, and Aimee felt that this time around something might very well be different.

During their first encounter Gloria explained her philosophy to Aimee. As Aimee best explains: "Gloria truly believes in what she does and she follows this lifestyle as well. She explained to me that in order to achieve results I needed to follow a 3-step program: exercise, healthy eating and supplementation. I listened to her. I knew that this was a program that I could follow for the rest of my life. I was so excited after talking to her that I went straight to the store to buy all my supplements and started working out with Gloria the next day."

Aimee had worked with other personal trainers in the past, but never had she met anyone quite like Gloria. Having worked with other personal trainers in the past, she always felt that her needs had been overlooked. "No one ever made me feel like I could achieve the goals I had in mind," says Aimee. "The other trainers would ask me what exercises I wanted to do; they missed the whole point! If I knew what exercises I wanted to do, then I wouldn't need a trainer, right? Gloria, on the other hand," continues Aimee, "understood what I was looking to accomplish and she put together a plan just for me."

When Aimee came to the decision to try another trainer, she came in with certain criteria that she felt must be met. She had learned from past mistakes, and vowed to move ahead differently this time around. Aimee understood that she was out of shape, and didn't know the first thing about weight training, so it was imperative that she find someone who could guide her and explain to her the fundamentals of re-shaping her body. She was also very self-conscious regarding her body shape and ability to exercise. Therefore, it was important that she find someone with whom she also felt comfortable.

Gloria fit the bill. As Aimee comments: "She never judged me on how out of shape I was. Instead, she always encouraged me and made sure that I was working out to the best of MY ability. She never compared me to anyone else or made me feel unworthy of working out with her. She has been my biggest cheerleader and has continuously encouraged me to keep going, even when I thought I couldn't do it anymore." And Aimee continues, "Gloria has taught me how to work out and how to stay disciplined while benefiting from a one-on-one environment. She is always changing my workout plan to fit my needs at that given time. She also makes sure that I am working out to my maximum potential to ensure great results."

Aimee has been working with Gloria for a little over twelve weeks now. After the first twelve weeks had ended, Aimee had lost twelve and one-half inches from her frame. Aimee feels revitalized; she hardly is able to associate the smiling face that greets her every morning with her own. Her energy level has dramatically increased, and she is amazed by how the days seem to just ease on by.

Believe it or not, Aimee has become a sort of spokeswoman for More Than Fitness. This has a lot to do with the fact that she believes that she has "become a better person because of working with Gloria." For Aimee, More Than Fitness represents a way of living. Aimee has learned not only how to "fuel her body," but also how to work-out effectively in order to "shape her body." In fact, Aimee gets a laugh out of the fact that she has muscles now! Stand back! Aimee comments: "Gloria doesn't just help me working out, she listens to me and teaches me how to make better decisions regarding ALL aspects of my life. I look to her for guidance in my personal, professional and "work-out" life. We just have the best conversations while working out and after a few days off, I can truly say that I look forward to seeing her again."

Aimee feels that Gloria is in some way her "much needed Angel," and understandably so. Aimee, for the first time in her life, enjoys exercise, and the harmony that comes along with feeling whole. Gloria stuck by her side during the first "rough" weeks, and continues to be a steadfast monument of inspiration on those days where Aimee feels she "just hasn't got it in her." One thing is for certain, though… "It's the best thing I have done for myself in a very long time!" concludes Aimee. Oh, and Aimee, you better strut your thing down that aisle. You've worked for it!